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GI Processes
Small Instine, Large Intestine
Question | Answer |
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What is the function of Sodium Bicarbonate in the Small Intestine? | Neutralize Acid |
What is the function of Trypsin in the Small Intestine? | Protein --> Polypeptides --> Amino Acids |
What is the function of Lipase in the Small Intestine? | Fat --> Glycerol & Fatty Acids |
What is the function of p. Amylase in the Small Intestine? | Polysaccharides --> Simple Sugars |
What is the function of Nucleases in the Small Intestine? | Nucleic Acids --> Free Nucleotides |
What are the 3 products in Bile? | Bile Salts, Lecithin, Bilirubin, Cholesterol |
What are the function of Bile Salts & Lethicin? | Emulsifiers: break apart Fat Globules |
What is the function of Bilirubin? | NONE - from Hemoglobin breakdown; excreted in Feces |
What is the function of Cholesterol? | NONE - Fatty WASTE products; may precipitate in Gallbladder --> Gallstones |
What is the function of Mucus? | Secreted throughout GI tract; Alkaline Protectant against Acid & Enzymes |
What are the 2 functions of the Large Intestine? | 1. Stores and Compacts Feces; 2. secretion of Mucus a Lubricant/Physical barrier - prevent self-digestion |
What are 2 characteristics of the Large Intestine? | 1. NO Enzymatic Digestion; 2. Gas production from resident Bacteria |